itatemyheart2 's review for:

The Woman in the Dunes by Kōbō Abe

3.0

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Not as odd or postmodern as some of his other work, but The Woman in the Dunes is definitely an exercise in futility and struggle. Aside from Albert Camus' The Stranger, it may be the quintessential novel of existentialism. It's not difficult to read and the plot is utterly insane but entirely believable. If you're looking for a quick, thoughtful read or a nice introduction to some Japanese literature, start here.